2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
